{"product_id":"chateau-kirwan-2005","title":"Château Kirwan 2005","description":"\u003cp\u003eYou must be 18 or over to purchase and receive this product.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"flex max-w-full flex-col gap-4 grow\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv dir=\"auto\" class=\"min-h-8 text-message relative flex w-full flex-col items-end gap-2 text-start break-words whitespace-normal outline-none keyboard-focused:focus-ring [.text-message+\u0026amp;]:mt-1\" tabindex=\"0\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"flex w-full flex-col gap-1 empty:hidden\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"markdown prose dark:prose-invert wrap-break-word w-full light markdown-new-styling\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchorContainer\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eChâteau Kirwan 2005\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchor\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eProducer:\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003cspan class=\"hover:entity-accent entity-underline inline cursor-pointer align-baseline\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"whitespace-normal\"\u003eChâteau Kirwan\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e | \u003cstrong\u003eAppellation:\u003c\/strong\u003e Margaux, Bordeaux, France\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eVintage:\u003c\/strong\u003e 2005 | \u003cstrong\u003eClassification:\u003c\/strong\u003e Troisième Cru Classé (Third Growth, 1855)\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBlend:\u003c\/strong\u003e Predominantly Cabernet Sauvignon with Merlot, Cabernet Franc, and Petit Verdot\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDrinking Window:\u003c\/strong\u003e 2018–2050+ | \u003cstrong\u003eAging Potential:\u003c\/strong\u003e 35+ years\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan role=\"text\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThe Wine\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eChâteau Kirwan is one of Margaux's historic classified growths, renowned for producing wines that beautifully combine elegance, aromatic complexity, and refined structure. Situated on the plateau of Cantenac, the estate's deep gravel soils consistently yield wines of exceptional balance and longevity.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe outstanding 2005 vintage showcases Château Kirwan at its finest. Powerful yet impeccably poised, it offers remarkable concentration without sacrificing the hallmark finesse of Margaux. Now entering a superb stage of maturity, the wine displays an impressive harmony of vibrant fruit, silky tannins, and evolving tertiary complexity, making it a superb choice for both collectors and lovers of mature Bordeaux.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan role=\"text\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTasting Notes\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eNose:\u003c\/strong\u003e Aromas of cassis, black cherry, and blackberry are intertwined with violet, cedar, cigar box, graphite, and hints of sweet spice.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePalate:\u003c\/strong\u003e Full-bodied and beautifully structured, with layers of ripe black fruits supported by polished tannins. Notes of cocoa, tobacco, liquorice, and crushed stone add depth and complexity while maintaining freshness and elegance.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFinish:\u003c\/strong\u003e Long, refined, and persistent, with lingering dark fruit, floral notes, cedar, and classic Margaux minerality.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan role=\"text\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eProducer Details\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFounded in the 18th century, Château Kirwan has long been recognised as one of the leading estates of Margaux. Under the ownership of the Schÿler family, the château has combined significant investment with meticulous vineyard management, producing wines that consistently reflect the elegance and sophistication of this renowned appellation.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan role=\"text\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWine Details\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eVinification:\u003c\/strong\u003e Fermented in temperature-controlled stainless steel vats; aged for approximately 18 months in French oak barrels (around 40–50% new)\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAlcohol Content:\u003c\/strong\u003e ~13–13.5% ABV\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCellaring:\u003c\/strong\u003e Drinking beautifully now with decanting; will continue to evolve gracefully through 2050+.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan role=\"text\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFood Pairing Suggestions\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIdeal with:\u003cbr\u003e– Roast lamb with rosemary\u003cbr\u003e– Beef Wellington\u003cbr\u003e– Duck breast\u003cbr\u003e– Venison and other game dishes\u003cbr\u003e– Mature Comté or aged Cheddar\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Sanderson Wine Consultancy","offers":[{"title":"750ml \/ 12","offer_id":54428292055373,"sku":null,"price":95.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0847\/5846\/2797\/files\/DSC_0476_b477bfad-861f-4d63-aa60-5e52c126351d.jpg?v=1785753398","url":"https:\/\/sandersonwineconsultancy.com\/products\/chateau-kirwan-2005","provider":"Sanderson Wine Consultancy","version":"1.0","type":"link"}